Koningsdam
Sails from Vancouver, British Columbia · Fly into YVR
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Koningsdam on the Nieuwe Waterweg near Hoek van Holland, July 2016 · Photo: Kees Torn, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
About Koningsdam
Koningsdam is a Holland America Line cruise ship of the Pinnacle class, in service since 2016. She measures 99,863 gross tons and carries 2,650 guests with a crew of 1,036. She sails Alaska, Hawaii, Mexican Riviera, Pacific Coast itineraries. We rate her 3.8 out of 5.
Koningsdam is the lead ship of Holland America's Pinnacle class and the first named for the Dutch king; Queen Máxima of the Netherlands is her godmother. Built by Fincantieri, she was delivered in March 2016 and began sailing in April. At about 99,900 gross tons with some 2,650 guests, she was the largest ship Holland America had commissioned, and readers' awards later named her a best mid-sized cruise ship. She sails Alaska from Vancouver in summer and spends winters based in San Diego, with cruises to Mexico and longer voyages to Hawaii and Tahiti.
Ship facts
- Guests
- 2,650
- Crew 1,036 · 1:2.6
- Entered service
- 2016
- Refitted 2018
- Length
- 300 m
- Longer than 82% of 575 ships
- Decks
- 12
Koningsdam is bigger than 69% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruises Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 79%. At 37.7 gross tons per guest she is tighter than 57% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
Ratings
- Cabins
- 4/5, fleet average 4.1
- Dining
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
- Entertainment
- 3/5, fleet average 3.0
- Service
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
- Pools & decks
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
- Value
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews. Ticks mark the Holland America Line fleet average across 11 rated ships in service.
Sister ships: Pinnacle class
Koningsdam is one of 3 Pinnacle class ships. Rotterdam (2021) and Nieuw Statendam (2018) are in service.
| Ship | Year | Gross tons | Guests | Space | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Koningsdam this ship | 2016 | 3.8/5 | |||
| Rotterdam | 2021 | 4.0/5 | |||
| Nieuw Statendam | 2018 | 3.8/5 |
Deck plans & cabin locations
Official plan from 2026-03-30 · From 2026-03-30. Confirm the edition for your departure with the cruise line.
Explore the deck plans
What’s above your ceiling matters as much as the view. Compare the decks around your cabin, then use the location notes to build your shortlist.
Use the exact sailing edition and confirm cabin category, view, connecting doors, accessibility and refit configuration with Holland America. Date gaps between published editions are preserved; a gap is not covered by either diagram. Spatial cautions are not verified noise reports.
All decks
Official plan from 2026-03-30 · bow to the right
Cabin-number search becomes available as verified cabins are mapped. All published deck diagrams are available below.












Cabins to avoid & quieter candidates
Deck 6 where cabins overlap on Decks 5 and 7
Compare central Deck 6 accommodation
Start with a room that has accommodation immediately above and below, away from lift lobbies, stairs, connecting doors and service access.
Why we flag this
The selected ship-specific plan shows accommodation across these decks, with some public or service spaces requiring an exact footprint check. This is a conditional shortlist, not a guarantee of quiet. Check the source plan.
Deck 8 below occupied Deck 9 areas
Check Deck 8 beneath the Lido deck
Match the exact room to pools, whirlpools, buffet/dining, outdoor seating and wellness footprints above. Ask about hours and early setup where the spaces overlap.
Why we flag this
The selected ship diagrams place Lido public areas above portions of the accommodation deck. This flags a vertical relationship, not every room on the deck or a confirmed disturbance report. Check the source plan.
Deck 4 above occupied Deck 3 areas
Check Deck 4 over public venues
Compare the cabin to entertainment, theatre, dining, bar, gallery and public circulation footprints below. Confirm category-specific view restrictions and any room symbols separately with the operator.
Why we flag this
The official plan places major public facilities beneath portions of this accommodation deck and includes the complete category and room-symbol legend in the PDF. This is layout-based advice, not measured noise data. Check the source plan.
Location-based guidance, not measured noise or a guarantee of quiet. Flags identify areas to investigate, not every cabin on a deck. Check the exact room, connecting doors, accessibility and the plan for your sailing date. Official ship-specific Holland America PDF. Each published guest deck is shown with the original cabin identifiers; use the full PDF for category, accessibility and room-symbol keys.. Reviewed 2026-10-22.
Photos

Koningsdam on the Nieuwe Waterweg near Hoek van Holland, July 2016Photo: Kees Torn, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Where she sails
- Alaskathe Inside Passage and glaciers from Seattle, Vancouver and Seward, May to September
- Hawaiiinter-island sailings, or round trips from the US West Coast
- Mexican RivieraPacific Mexico and Baja from Los Angeles and San Diego
- Pacific CoastCalifornia to British Columbia, often repositioning in spring and autumn
Home port: Vancouver, British Columbia.
Flying in for your cruise?
Koningsdam sails from Vancouver, British Columbia. The airport is Vancouver International (YVR), with 11 lounges to wait in before you board.
- Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge (Domestic)YVR Domestic Terminal4.6 ★
- Cathay Pacific LoungeYVR International Terminal4.6 ★
- Plaza Premium Lounge (International)YVR International Terminal4.6 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Koningsdam?
Koningsdam is operated by Holland America Line and belongs to its Pinnacle class.
What are Koningsdam's sister ships?
Koningsdam is one of 3 Pinnacle class ships. Rotterdam (2021) and Nieuw Statendam (2018) are in service.
How big is Koningsdam?
Koningsdam measures 99,863 gross tons and 300 metres in length, with 12 decks.
How does Koningsdam compare in size with other cruise ships?
Koningsdam is bigger than 69% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruises Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 79%. At 37.7 gross tons per guest she is tighter than 57% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
How crowded does Koningsdam feel?
Koningsdam has a passenger space ratio of 37.7: 99,863 gross tons for 2,650 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Koningsdam feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Koningsdam carry?
Koningsdam carries 2,650 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 1,036 (about 2.6 guests per crew member).
When did Koningsdam enter service?
Koningsdam entered service in 2016 and was last refurbished in 2018.
Where does Koningsdam sail?
Koningsdam sails Alaska, Hawaii, Mexican Riviera and Pacific Coast itineraries. Her home port is Vancouver, British Columbia.
Which airport should I fly into for Koningsdam?
Koningsdam sails from Vancouver, British Columbia. Fly into Vancouver International (YVR), which has 11 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Koningsdam?
Holland America Line publishes the deck plans for Koningsdam; this page links to Deck plans (PDF).
How is Koningsdam rated?
Cruises Frog rates Koningsdam 3.8 out of 5 overall, the average of 6 editorial scores. She scores best on cabins (4/5) and lowest on entertainment (3/5).
Which cabins are good choices on Koningsdam?
For the “Official plan from 2026-03-30” plan, start with these quieter-location candidates: Deck 6 where cabins overlap on Decks 5 and 7: Start with a room that has accommodation immediately above and below, away from lift lobbies, stairs, connecting doors and service access. Compare the exact cabin with the decks above and below, nearby lifts and connecting doors. These are layout-based suggestions, not a guarantee of quiet.
Which cabins should I avoid or check carefully on Koningsdam?
For the “Official plan from 2026-03-30” plan, review these flagged locations before booking: Deck 8 below occupied Deck 9 areas: Match the exact room to pools, whirlpools, buffet/dining, outdoor seating and wellness footprints above. Ask about hours and early setup where the spaces overlap. Deck 4 above occupied Deck 3 areas: Compare the cabin to entertainment, theatre, dining, bar, gallery and public circulation footprints below. Confirm category-specific view restrictions and any room symbols separately with the operator. These flags are not measured noise reports or a warning about every room on a deck. Read the sourced cabin advice for the evidence and any explicit operator warnings.
How can I check whether a cabin is under a pool, nightclub or theatre?
Find the cabin on the selected plan, then compare the same fore-and-aft position on the deck above and below. Check the full venue footprint, including outdoor seating, stages, service areas and entrances. Nearby activity can be a reason to investigate, but does not by itself prove a cabin is noisy. Use the cabin advice and its sources to distinguish layout cautions from operator warnings.
Where can I find Koningsdam deck plans?
Use this guide’s deck selector to compare the decks around your cabin and open available diagrams in the zoom viewer. The full ship PDF and source links are listed for each plan edition.
Which deck-plan edition applies to my sailing?
Select your sailing date before comparing cabin locations. Editions can change after a refit. These answers use “Official plan from 2026-03-30”, reviewed 2026-10-22. Use the exact sailing edition and confirm cabin category, view, connecting doors, accessibility and refit configuration with Holland America. Date gaps between published editions are preserved; a gap is not covered by either diagram. Spatial cautions are not verified noise reports.
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